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title: "Driver Training Services - Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training"
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# Driver Training Services - Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training

Buyer: DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1b27a510-6433-4d11-8f4a-604c7c6e9ff2

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## Summary

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority is seeking suppliers for Driver Training Services pertaining to Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training, targeted at the Swindon, Wiltshire, and Dorset areas. This open tender process allows bidders to submit proposals for two separate contract lots. The initial contract period commenced on 7th November 2017 and will last for up to three years, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The tender closed on 5th October 2017, and the awarded contract, valued at £194,800, is currently active.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for training service providers, especially those specialising in driver training for large vehicles. Businesses with experience in delivering vocational training or related services will be particularly well-suited to compete. The contract’s geographical focus on the South West of England offers a prime opportunity for local training providers to expand their market presence and enhance service offerings in a vital industry sector.

## Notice

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority require the provision of Driver Training Services for Large Goods Vehicle Initial Training to be delivered throughout the Swindon, Wiltshire and Dorset Areas. The contract will be divided into 2 Lots. Bidders are able to bid for more than one Lot. Further details are contained within the Invitation to Tender document. The contract is for a period of three years, with an option for the Authority to extend this for a further 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a3442ac-e1b8-4ab0-8d00-13cac208a7f4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 7 Nov 2017 - 6 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £194,800 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET & WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP1 3NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Salisbury St Francis & Stratford |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | WAYSIDE TRANSPORT; WILTSHIRE TRANSPORT TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2017 at 23:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a3442ac-e1b8-4ab0-8d00-13cac208a7f4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a3442ac-e1b8-4ab0-8d00-13cac208a7f4
  30th November 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=21448&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/31617
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dwfire.org.uk

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